Hand and upper extremity sports injuries

If your young athlete has injured their hand, wrist, arm or shoulder, it’s important to see the right specialist to ensure the best recovery. The hand and upper extremity experts at Children’s Wisconsin understand the complexity of the nerves, tendons and bones that make up these limbs and the unique challenges of a young athlete’s developing body.

Conditions we treat

Acute sports injuries, including fractures (broken bones) of the hand, wrist and forearm

Chronic (referred as a second opinion or have seen a sports physician/tried nonoperative treatment first)

• Elbow instability
• Elbow osteochondritis dissecans (OCD lesion)
• Ligament injuries of the hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder
• Overuse injuries
  • Gymnast wrists
  • Little league shoulder/elbow
• Stress fractures

Why choose Children’s for your young athlete’s hand or upper extremity sports injury?

Children, even teens, are not just little adults. Our experienced pediatric experts examine and treat young athletes every day so they understand the unique needs of growing bodies and how to recognize signs and symptoms that might be overlooked by physicians who treat mostly adults. This ensures that your child gets the right diagnosis and treatment for an optimal recovery and long-term functionality. Recovering from a sports injury can also be stressful, but our kid-friendly environment, caring staff and wrap-around services will help you and your child feel comfortable and supported during your health care journey.